What reviewers are saying about our book:

Alex Marrero, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools Denver, Colorado

"Costantini and Fitzpatrick offer an essential guide for educators seeking to support

the whole child during the pivotal middle school years. Their interactive and

research-informed approach helps schools cultivate confident learners prepared for high school, college, and career success. This book provides educators with

practical tools to support the academic, social-emotional, and college and career

development of middle school students. A valuable resource for schools committed

to helping young adolescents discover their strengths and future possibilities."

Richard D.Tomko, Ph.D.,MBA, M.J.

Superintendent of Schools, 

Belleville Public Schools District Belleville NJ

"Counseling and Advising 21st Century Middle School Students provides educators

with a practical roadmap for guiding students through arguably the most formative

stage of their academic and personal development. Grounded in research and rich

with strategies, the text provides counselors, teachers, and administrators with the

tools to support academic growth, college and career readiness, and social-

emotional development in students. With a step-by-step advisory framework, the

authors offer a valuable resource for those schools seeking to help middle school

students build strong habits and navigate the challenges of early adolescence."

David Weissberg, Principal 

MS/HS IN-Tech Academy 

NYC Public Schools

"With remarkable clarity and depth, Corine Fitzpatrick and Kathleen Costantini offer

an essential roadmap for supporting the academic, social emotional, and

future focused growth of middle school students. As a NYC principal, I’ve seen

firsthand how Dr. Fitzpatrick’s practices strengthen school counseling teams and

elevate student outcomes. Their research informed, practitioner ready approach will empower educators at every level. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone

committed to nurturing the next generation of young scholars."

Rose Fairweather-Clunie 

Retired Principal and Current Consultant

MS/HS IN-Tech Academy 

NYC Public Schools

“Counseling and Advising 21 st Century Middle School Students is an essential guide

for educators committed to supporting the academic, career, and social-emotional

growth of young adolescents.  This interactive curriculum provides practical

strategies that empower students to reflect, plan and build confidence in their future

pathways.  Thoughtfully designed and highly engaging, it equips counselors and

educators with tools to meet the diverse needs of today's middle school learners. 

This book is a valuable resource for fostering well-rounded, future ready students.”

Yvette Allen, Retired Principal 

MS/HS IN-Tech Academy

NYC Public Schools

“This book is a timely and invaluable resource for educators, school counselors, and

administrators. The lessons, activities, and strategies are not only research-informed

but also immediately applicable in real school settings. By centering student voice, engagement, and reflection, the curriculum empowers middle school students to better understand themselves, build resilience, and make informed decisions about their academic and future pathways."

Deborah D. Pitula

former Elementary School Principal 

Archdiocese of New York

"Every middle school principal and teacher should read Counseling and Advising 21st

Century Middle School Students: An Interactive Curriculum for Academic Growth, Career and College Readiness, and Social Emotional Development. Guided by strong research and practical experience, it offers a unique step-by-step approach to provide middle schoolers with the essential skills and habits they must sharpen on

their journey toward college and career readiness."

Dana Rose 

Co-Chair & School Counselor 

Clarkstown High School North; Trustee for The Westchester, Putnam, Rockland Counseling Association, New York

"Counseling and Advising 21st Century Middle School Students is an engaging and

practical resource for educators supporting adolescents during the pivotal middle school years. Fitzpatrick and Costantini provide research-based strategies and interactive activities that foster academic growth, college and career awareness, and social-emotional development.

Angela Arias, Ed. D. 

Retired teacher, NYGEAR UP Project Coordinator at

Yonkers Public Schools, NY Mentor, Author

"Counseling and Advising 21st Century Middle School Students highlights and

provides contextual information and tangible ways to deal with middle school

counseling issues. The practical uses in which this book is presented make it very useful for counseling school personnel and other professionals as they address the needs of middle school students and their families."

Dr. Christine Rogutsky

Program Director of Graduate School Counseling

Manhattan University

“Drawing on both research and practical experience, 

Counseling and Advising 21st Century Middle School Students presents an engaging and accessible framework for supporting students through the complex transition of the middle school years. This book offers counselors and educators valuable tools for strengthening academic

habits, social-emotional development, and early career awareness.”

Richard Rigoglioso, Principal

Garfield Middle School Garfield, NJ

“As Principal of Garfield Middle School, I am proud to see our technology-integrated

classrooms featured in this important text. This book provides practical, research-

based strategies that empower educators to guide middle school students in academic growth, social-emotional development, and college and career readiness. The book demonstrates how innovative strategies can empower students to take ownership of their learning while preparing them for long-term success. I

wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone committed to shaping the future of our youth.”